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Iran War Daily is a daily foreign-affairs briefing on the US-Israel-Iran war, Iran conflict, Strait of Hormuz risk, oil markets, ceasefire talks, and regional spillover. Episodes track confirmed strikes, casualties, IRGC statements, IAEA nuclear developments, diplomacy, sanctions, Hezbollah signals, Gulf shipping risk, and U.S. policy moves while separating verified reporting from battlefield spin. The show is for listeners following Iran war news, Israel-Iran escalation, Middle East security, energy-market fallout, and foreign policy who want a short daily explanation of what changed and what remains uncertain. It keeps military, diplomatic, nuclear, and market angles in one sourced update.

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#110
Today · 6 min
France sends troops to Saudi Yanbu terminal as Houthi attacks mount — September 25, 2026
France is sending troops, radars and air defences to Saudi Arabia’s Yanbu oil terminal as Houthi missile attacks mount. Riyadh is calling on Pakistan and Turkiye under a mutual defence pact, while Iran warns it could widen the war to the Indian Ocean. In this episode Saudi Arabia allies line up support as Houthi attacks mount — Al Jazeera By Al Jazeera Staff, AP, DPA and Reuters Published On 25 Sep 2026 25 Sep 2026 Saudi Arabia’s allies are rallying to support the country as the Houthi rebels step up attacks. France confirmed on Friday that it is sending troops to guard the major oil terminal at Yanbu. Meanwhile, Saudi officials are meeting with peers from Pakistan and Turkiye to discuss options under their mutual defence pact .… Commander rejected plans to rebase farther from Iran before deadly drone strike, sources say - CBS News — CBS News Commander rejected plans to rebase farther from Iran before deadly drone strike, sources say - CBS News # Commander rejected plans to rebase farther from Iran before deadly drone strike, sources say By Jonah Kaplan Jonah Kaplan Investigative Reporter Jonah Kaplan September 24, 2026 / 9:01 PM EDT / CBS News The dozens of U.S. troops bombarded by Iranian drones at a small Kuwaiti… From Hormuz to Indian Ocean: Iran threatens to redraw the map of the war | Iran International — Iran International # From Hormuz to Indian Ocean: Iran threatens to redraw the map of the war | Iran International Author: Behrouz Turani Published: 2026-09-24T16:48:52.833000+00:00 Source: iranintl.com (iranintl.com) Language: en ## Story From Hormuz to Indian Ocean: Iran threatens to redraw the map of the war | Iran International # From Hormuz to Indian Ocean: Iran threatens to redraw the map of the… Daily TopFive for Iran War Daily. Links above go to the original articles. Follow and rate Iran War Daily on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Feedback? Email iran-war-daily@lanternpodcasts.com.
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#109
Yesterday · 7 min
Blockade Pressure and Back-Channel Talks Define Iran War — September 24, 2026
Iran war negotiations at the UN are colliding with the U.S. naval blockade: Tehran says Qatar carried a two-hour exchange, CENTCOM reports 115 vessel redirects, and Iranian hardliners are fighting how direct talks can get. In this episode CENTCOM says 115 commercial vessels redirected under US ... — Iran International CENTCOM says 115 commercial vessels redirected under US blockade | Iran International # CENTCOM says 115 commercial vessels redirected under US blockade Sep 23, 2026, 19:22 GMT+1 US Central Command said its forces had redirected 115 commercial vessels as of September 23 as part of enforcement of the US blockade. Close enlarged image Zoom out 100% Zoom in Participants stand beside mock… Iran says two-hour exchange with US conveyed terms for reviving diplomacy | Iran International — Iran International Iran says two-hour exchange with US conveyed terms for reviving diplomacy | Iran International # Iran says two-hour exchange with US conveyed terms for reviving diplomacy Sep 23, 2026, 16:45 GMT+1 Iran and the United States exchanged messages through a Qatari mediator for about two hours on the sidelines of the UN General Assembly on Tuesday, Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmaeil Baghaei… Trump holds 'all the cards' in Iran conflict, US says | The National — The National Trump holds 'all the cards' in Iran conflict, US says | The National US President Donald Trump at the UN on Tuesday. Getty Images via AFP Show caption: US President Donald Trump at the UN on Tuesday. Getty Images… ## State Department spokesman Tommy Pigott says Trump administration is compounding pressure on Iran Thomas Watkins United Nations September 23, 2026 Donald Trump is in an… Khamenei adviser says Tehran can negotiate, hardliners say it must not | Iran International — Iran International Khamenei adviser says Tehran can negotiate, hardliners say it must not | Iran International # Khamenei adviser says Tehran can negotiate, hardliners say it must not Sep 23, 2026, 13:41 GMT+1 Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian disembarks from his plane after arriving in New York for the United Nations General Assembly on September 22, 2026. A military adviser to Iran's supreme leader said the… Iran hardened demands for ending war with US after June deal collapsed, IRGC says — Al Arabiya English Iran hardened demands for ending war with US after June deal collapsed, IRGC says Hossein Mohebbi, spokesperson of Iran’s Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC), speaks during an interview with AFP in Tehran on September 22, 2026. (AFP) # Iran hardened demands for ending war with US after June deal collapsed, IRGC says Published: 22 September ,2026: 11:13 PM GST Updated: 22 September ,2026: 11:13… Daily TopFive for Iran War Daily. Links above go to the original articles. Follow and rate Iran War Daily on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Feedback? Email iran-war-daily@lanternpodcasts.com.
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#108
Wednesday · 5 min
New York Talks Put Hormuz at the Center of the Iran War — September 23, 2026
US-Iran talks in New York now hinge on Tehran’s conditions for ending the war, reopening Hormuz and lifting the naval blockade, while EU diplomacy and Houthi pressure on Saudi Arabia widen the stakes. In this episode Tehran sets out terms as US-Iran talks intensify in New York | Iran International — Iran International # Tehran sets out terms as US-Iran talks intensify in New York | Iran International Published: 2026-09-23T03:35:01.559000+00:00 Source: iranintl.com (iranintl.com) Language: en ## Story Tehran sets out terms as US-Iran talks intensify in New York | Iran International # Tehran sets out terms as US-Iran talks intensify in New York Sep 23, 2026, 04:35 GMT+1 Iran formally set out its conditions… Kallas, Araghchi discuss ending Iran war, Hormuz and domestic repression | Iran International — Iran International Kallas, Araghchi discuss ending Iran war, Hormuz and domestic repression | Iran International # Kallas, Araghchi discuss ending Iran war, Hormuz and domestic repression Sep 23, 2026, 02:08 GMT+1 EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas said Tuesday that she met Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi on the sidelines of the UN General Assembly to discuss diplomatic prospects for ending the US-Iran… Iran Update, September 22, 2026 | ISW — Institute for the Study of War Iran Update, September 22, 2026 | ISW ###### September 22, 2026 # Iran Update, September 22, 2026 The Institute for the Study of War (ISW) and The Critical Threats Project (CTP) at the American Enterprise Institute are publishing updates Monday through Friday to provide analysis on the war with Iran. Most updates cover events from the past 24-hour period, whereas Monday updates also include… Daily TopFive for Iran War Daily. Links above go to the original articles. Follow and rate Iran War Daily on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Feedback? Email iran-war-daily@lanternpodcasts.com.
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#107
Tuesday · 5 min
Iran Offers Hormuz Reopening Path as UN Diplomacy Kicks Up — September 22, 2026
Strait of Hormuz: Iran offered to reopen the waterway within seven days if the United States eases military pressure, while Pakistan and Qatar press diplomatic channels and Iranian hard-liners reject direct Pezeshkian-Trump talks. In this episode Iran offers to reopen Hormuz strait within 7 days in push for diplomacy — Kyodo News # Iran offers to reopen Hormuz strait within 7 days in push for diplomacy Published: 2026-09-22T16:04:31+09:00 Source: english.kyodonews.net (english.kyodonews.net) Language: en ## Story Iran offers to reopen Hormuz strait within 7 days in push for diplomacy # Iran offers to reopen Hormuz strait within 7 days in push for diplomacy KYODO NEWS - Sep 22, 2026 - 16:11 All, World File… Iran’s Pezeshkian meets Pakistan’s Naqvi in Tehran as tensions with US rise | US-Israel war on Iran News | Al Jazeera — Al Jazeera Iran’s Pezeshkian meets Pakistan’s Naqvi in Tehran as tensions with US rise | US-Israel war on Iran News | Al Jazeera # Iran’s Pezeshkian meets Pakistan’s Naqvi in Tehran as tensions with US rise Pakistani interior minister’s trip to Tehran is his sixth and comes as Islamabad, Doha seek to revive diplomacy with US. Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian meets with Pakistan's Interior Minister… Iranian lawmaker rejects direct Pezeshkian-Trump talks | Iran International — Iran International Iranian lawmaker rejects direct Pezeshkian-Trump talks | Iran International # Iranian lawmaker rejects direct Pezeshkian-Trump talks Sep 22, 2026, 07:11 GMT+1 Any direct negotiations between Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian and US President Donald Trump would be unacceptable because Trump is the “killer of our martyred leader,” lawmaker Mohammad Rostami said on Tuesday. Rostami added that… Daily TopFive for Iran War Daily. Links above go to the original articles. Follow and rate Iran War Daily on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Feedback? Email iran-war-daily@lanternpodcasts.com.
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#106
Monday · 9 min
Hormuz Standoff Hardens as U.S. and Iran Trade Threats — September 21, 2026
Iran’s Strait of Hormuz blockade hardened as Tehran ruled out reopening or talks without U.S. concessions, while Washington said the door remains open and Trump weighed military, economic or diplomatic options at the UN. In this episode Iran Rules Out Reopening Strait of Hormuz Until US Meets Conditions — New Kerala Iran Rules Out Reopening Strait of Hormuz Until US Meets Conditions Mon, 21 Sep 2026 · LIVE Updated Sep 21, 2026 · 07:04 Middle East News Updated Sep 21, 2026 # Iran Rules Out Reopening Strait of Hormuz Until US Meets Conditions Iran has ruled out reopening the Strait of Hormuz or resuming negotiations with the United States until Washington meets its conditions, according to Parliament… US says 'door is open' for Iran to return to negotiations - Türkiye Today — Türkiye Today US says 'door is open' for Iran to return to negotiations - Türkiye Today # US says 'door is open' for Iran to return to negotiations US President Donald Trump arrives to speak during the Republican National Midterm Convention at the American Airlines Center in Dallas, Texas on September 9, 2026. (AFP Photo) By Newsroom September 21, 2026 10:33 AM GMT+03:00 U.S. Ambassador to the United… Iran’s military says US preparing to resume strikes | Conflict News | Al Jazeera — Al Jazeera Iran-US war live: Trump threatens to ‘blow the entire nation up’ after Tehran warns of ‘painful strikes’ | The Independent 21 minutes ago # Iran-US war latest: Trump threatens to ‘blow the entire nation up’ after Tehran warns of ‘painful strikes’ The US president said choices include “wiping them out, letting Iran rot economically, or making a deal” Stuti Mishra Monday 21 September 2026… Step Back — The UN says the U.S. strike on an Iranian school may have been a war crime, but what facts and legal tests would investigators need to establish—such as what the military knew about civilians, whether the school was deliberately targeted, and whether the attack was proportionate—and what could happen if those standards are met? Background sources UN mission finds grounds to believe US committed war crimes in Iran, and Tehran crimes against humanity | Reuters — Olivia Le Poidevin UN-backed experts cite possible US war crimes in Iran strikes - The Washington Post — Jamey Keaten | AP Frequently Asked Questions: IHL and the escalating conflict in the Middle East | International Committee of the Red Cross — International Committee of the Red Cross U.N.-backed experts cite possible U.S. war crimes in Iran strikes - Los Angeles Times — Jamey Keaten Sept. 17, 2026 7:22 AM PT Iran Peace Terms: Naval Blockade, Frozen Funds And An End To Iran War On All Fronts — The Eastern Strategist Iran Peace Terms: Naval Blockade, Frozen Funds And An End To Iran War On All Fronts # Iran Peace Terms: Naval Blockade, Frozen Funds and an End to War on All Fronts September 20, 2026 by Anjani Kumar Pandey Iran has told Washington what it wants to stop fighting. The Iran peace terms conveyed through Doha this weekend read less like an opening bid than a closing argument — and Tehran is… Daily TopFive for Iran War Daily. Links above go to the original articles. Follow and rate Iran War Daily on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Feedback? Email iran-war-daily@lanternpodcasts.com.
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#105
September 18 · 7 min
Iran Sanctions Split as Gulf Oil Detours Get Riskier — September 18, 2026
UN Security Council splits over Iran sanctions oversight while the House sends Trump a Russia-Iran sanctions bill; meanwhile, Hormuz workarounds off Oman and Yemen fuel hikes show the war’s economic pressure spreading. In this episode Security Council Fails to Renew Iran Sanctions Panel amid Dispute over ‘Snapback’ | UN Meetings Coverage and Press Releases — United Nations Security Council Fails to Renew Iran Sanctions Panel amid Dispute over ‘Snapback’ | UN Meetings Coverage and Press Releases 17 September 2026 # Security Council Fails to Renew Iran Sanctions Panel amid Dispute over ‘Snapback’ The Security Council today failed to adopt a resolution that would have extended the mandate of the Panel of Experts tasked with monitoring implementation of United… Oman oil escape route: How ship-to-ship transfers work — despite big risks — Al Jazeera Saudi Arabia’s oil exports have been disrupted after Iran-aligned Houthis damaged its key East-West pipeline, which helped circumvent the blockade of the Strait of Hormuz – a global oil chokepoint. With the strait in effect closed and Bab al-Mandeb falling under Houthi control, Riyadh has been forced to find ways to export its oil. It is now increasingly offering crude to buyers through… US House passes Russia-Iran sanctions bill, sends measure to Trump | Iran International — Iran International US House passes Russia-Iran sanctions bill, sends measure to Trump | Iran International # US House passes Russia-Iran sanctions bill, sends measure to Trump Sep 17, 2026, 02:59 GMT+1 The US House of Representatives passed a sweeping sanctions bill targeting Russia and Iran on Wednesday, sending the measure to President Donald Trump’s desk after it cleared the Senate last month, CBS News… In Yemen, war at home and in the region drives up prices — Al Jazeera Sanaa, Yemen – Ahmed Yahya, 28, fills his taxi with 10 litres of petrol as he begins his workday early in the morning. “I feed my taxi with fuel first so that it can help feed my family,” Yahya, a taxi driver, said as he wiped the dust from his front window at a petrol station on the outskirts of Sanaa. Recommended Stories list of 3 items end of list Up until earlier this week, Yahya used to pay… Daily TopFive for Iran War Daily. Links above go to the original articles. Follow and rate Iran War Daily on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Feedback? Email iran-war-daily@lanternpodcasts.com.
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#104
September 17 · 6 min
Iran War Strains US Arsenals as Hormuz Blockade Tightens — September 17, 2026
Iran war pressure is converging on U.S. arsenals and Gulf shipping: Pentagon and congressional reports warn interceptor stocks will take years to rebuild, while CENTCOM says Iran hit an inoperable tanker again and that U.S. forces have redirected 103 vessels under the Hormuz blockade. In this episode Iran war exposed US munitions shortfalls and production bottlenecks, Pentagon IG says | Stars and Stripes — Stars and Stripes Iran war exposed US munitions shortfalls and production bottlenecks, Pentagon IG says | Stars and Stripes # Iran war exposed US munitions shortfalls and production bottlenecks, Pentagon IG says A U.S. Army soldier stands beside a Patriot missile battery in the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility during Operation Epic Fury, March 27, 2026. More than 50,000 U.S. troops deployed to the… CENTCOM: Iran conducted drone strike on ‘inoperable’ tanker, pushed back on IRGC claim that ship hit mine – Long Island, NY — Long Island, NY CENTCOM: Iran conducted drone strike on ‘inoperable’ tanker, pushed back on IRGC claim that ship hit mine – Long Island, NY # CENTCOM: Iran conducted drone strike on ‘inoperable’ tanker, pushed back on IRGC claim that ship hit mine September 15, 2026 Addie Davis addie davis, centcom, commercial vessels, El Gaia, Gulf of Oman, Iran, Iran-Israel tensions, Iranian drone, Iranian missile, IRGC,… US missile stockpile ‘problematic’ in a war with China, report warns — Task & Purpose US missile stockpile ‘problematic’ in a war with China, report warns # US munition stockpile ‘especially problematic’ in a war with China, report warns The U.S. used a significant number of its missile interceptors in defense of Israel in June and throughout Operation Epic Fury, the Congressional Budget Office found. By Patty Nieberg, Austin Campbell Published Sep 15, 2026 5:17 PM EDT … While the blockade grinds on, Iran's foreign minister is headed to Beijing. The timing isn't a coincidence. — PGurus While the blockade grinds on, Iran's foreign minister is headed to Beijing. The timing isn't a coincidence. # 103 ships redirected, USD 38 billion spent, and commanders meeting in secret. Here’s where the Iran war stands CENTCOM says US forces have redirected 103 commercial vessels as part of the ongoing naval blockade against Iran in the Strait of Hormuz By PGurus Newsdesk September 16,… Daily TopFive for Iran War Daily. Links above go to the original articles. Follow and rate Iran War Daily on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Feedback? Email iran-war-daily@lanternpodcasts.com.
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#103
September 16 · 7 min
House Rebukes Trump as Iran Talks Hit New Conditions — September 16, 2026
US House voted 220-204 for a third Iran war-powers resolution as seven Republicans broke with Trump, while Tehran ruled out talks until its conditions are met and Houthi pressure keeps Red Sea shipping in play. In this episode US House votes to end Iran war, 7 Republicans join in favour — Al Jazeera For a third time, the US House has voted to end the war in Iran, approving a war powers resolution that would halt President Donald Trump’s ability to continue military action without congressional approval. The roll call late Tuesday, 220-204, was similar to earlier efforts this summer, with a few more Republicans joining all Democrats voting to bring an end to the conflict. Seven House… Saudi Arabia says it shot down Houthi drone south of Mecca — BBC News The Houthis have recently seized control of large swathes of Yemen's Red Sea coast from Saudi-backed pro-government forces. Last week, they captured the strategic port city of Mokha and Perim Island in the Bab al-Mandab Strait, the southern gateway to a key shipping route that links Asia and Europe via the Red Sea and the Suez canal. The Houthis said they posed no threat to international shipping… Iran rules out US talks until conditions are met - Tehran Times — Tehran Times Iran rules out US talks until conditions are met - Tehran Times By Mahmoud M. Ravi-Nejad ## Iran rules out US talks until conditions are met September 15, 2026 - 20:52 ##### Iran’s Supreme National Security Council urged the negotiators not to be distracted by contradictory messages from US president TEHRAN — Iran has ruled out any negotiations with the United States until its conditions… Can China play peacemaker as Iran’s foreign minister heads to Beijing? | US-Israel war on Iran News | Al Jazeera — Al Jazeera Can China play peacemaker as Iran’s foreign minister heads to Beijing? | US-Israel war on Iran News | Al Jazeera # Can China play peacemaker as Iran’s foreign minister heads to Beijing? Tehran and Beijing explore diplomatic paths amid escalating tensions between Iran and the United States. Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi and China's Foreign Minister Wang Yi meet in Beijing, China on May… Daily TopFive for Iran War Daily. Links above go to the original articles. Follow and rate Iran War Daily on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Feedback? Email iran-war-daily@lanternpodcasts.com.
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#102
September 15 · 7 min
Yemen Strikes and Hormuz Attacks Put Oil Routes Under Strain — September 15, 2026
Iran war spillover into Yemen and the Strait of Hormuz is widening: Houthis accuse Saudi Arabia of dozens of air raids after cross-border attacks, while shipping and pipeline strikes threaten oil routes as US-Iran deal claims compete with battlefield escalation. In this episode Houthis say air strikes hit Yemen after Saudi Arabia vows ‘firm’ response — Al Jazeera Published On 15 Sep 2026 15 Sep 2026 Yemen’s Houthi rebels have accused Saudi Arabia of launching dozens of air attacks across Yemen, after the Saudi-led coalition promised to respond “firmly” to missile and drone attacks by the Iran-aligned Houthis that wounded 13 civilians across three cities in the kingdom. The Saudi-led coalition, which backs Yemen’s internationally recognised government,… New attacks in Hormuz and Saudi test nerves as war's spread worsens oil disruption - AL-MONITOR: The Middle Eastʼs leading independent news source since 2012 — AL-MONITOR New attacks in Hormuz and Saudi test nerves as war's spread worsens oil disruption - AL-MONITOR: The Middle Eastʼs leading independent news source since 2012 # New attacks in Hormuz and Saudi test nerves as war's spread worsens oil disruption By Mohammed Ghobari and Nayera Abdallah Sep 13, 2026 Aftermath of what a Houthi-owned TV network says are strikes on pro-government forces at an… Where’s the Oil? The Iran War’s Energy Shell Game Just Got More Complicated — Where's the Oil? Where’s the Oil? The Iran War’s Energy Shell Game Just Got More Complicated # Where’s the Oil? The Iran War’s Energy Shell Game Just Got More Complicated Michael Sellers Sep 14, 2026 For months, President Trump has been insisting that the Strait of Hormuz is reopening. Or is already open. Depending on which administration official you listen to, the numbers can sound remarkably encouraging.… Iran and US Reportedly Nearing Agreement - TOLOnews — TOLOnews Iran and US Reportedly Nearing Agreement | TOLOnews By TOLOnews, TV Network ## Iran and US Reportedly Nearing Agreement While world leaders continue to speak of progress toward an agreement between Iran and the United States, US President Donald Trump has said that a peace agreement with Iran is largely finalized, with only details remaining. According to Trump, the Strait of Hormuz will… Daily TopFive for Iran War Daily. Links above go to the original articles. Follow and rate Iran War Daily on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Feedback? Email iran-war-daily@lanternpodcasts.com.
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#101
September 14 · 9 min
Hormuz Diplomacy Stalls as Washington Narrows Iran Talks — September 14, 2026
Iran-Gulf diplomacy over the Strait of Hormuz stalled as Oman postponed a planned Salalah meeting, while Washington signaled any future U.S.-Iran talks should focus on the nuclear file, not reopening the waterway. The stakes: tanker safety, oil prices, and verified de-escalation. In this episode Diplomacy stumbles as meeting on Hormuz between Iran and Gulf states is postponed — Times of Israel # Diplomacy stumbles as meeting on Hormuz between Iran and Gulf states is postponed Published: 2026-09-14T03:02:11+00:00 Source: timesofisrael.com (timesofisrael.com) Language: en ## Story ADEN/DUBAI — Middle East diplomacy appeared to falter heading into Monday with the postponement of a meeting between Iran and other Persian Gulf powers, while fresh attacks around the region’s two most… US wants future Iran talks focused on nuclear program, not Hormuz - CNN | Iran International — Iran International US wants future Iran talks focused on nuclear program, not Hormuz - CNN | Iran International # US wants future Iran talks focused on nuclear program, not Hormuz - CNN Sep 13, 2026, 22:48 GMT+1 The Trump administration wants any future negotiations with Tehran to focus on Iran’s nuclear program rather than reopening the Strait of Hormuz, CNN reported Sunday, citing three sources familiar with… From nuclear talks to Hormuz reopening: Iran President Pezeshkian speaks out - India Today — India Today From nuclear talks to Hormuz reopening: Iran President Pezeshkian speaks out - India Today # From nuclear talks to Hormuz reopening: Iran President Pezeshkian speaks out ## In an exclusive interview with India Today on the sidelines of the BRICS Summit, President Masoud Pezeshkian spoke about the Strait of Hormuz blockade, the safety of seafarers, ties with India and the nuclear talks with the… Iranian leadership divided as hard-liners sabotage negotiations | The Jerusalem Post — The Jerusalem Post Iranian leadership divided as hard-liners sabotage negotiations | The Jerusalem Post ## Khamenei has not been seen since being appointed in March after the death of his father, and while written statements and messages have been issued in his name, many have doubts. A woman walks past a mural depicting Iran’s late supreme leader Ali Khamenei in Tehran in August. (photo credit: Atta Kenare/AFP… Step Back — With Iran tying the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz to an end to the U.S. blockade, what would actually have to change for tankers to move safely and normally again—and who could verify that the danger had truly passed? Background sources Iran closes Strait of Hormuz over U.S. blockade and fires on ships — Pbs Strait of Hormuz reopens: But can ships’ safety be assured? | Explainer | Al Jazeera — Yashraj Sharma Hormuz Needs a Community, Not a Condominium — Csis Daily TopFive for Iran War Daily. Links above go to the original articles. Follow and rate Iran War Daily on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Feedback? Email iran-war-daily@lanternpodcasts.com.
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#100
September 12 · 5 min
Hormuz pressure builds as Gulf talks take shape — September 12, 2026
Strait of Hormuz pressure is shifting from ship attacks to sanctions, blockade economics and a planned Oman meeting, while new reporting says JD Vance privately sought harder assessments of U.S. war aims, casualties and munitions strain. In this episode ANALYSIS - Iran's Hormuz leverage wanes as US economic squeeze bites | Awani International — Awani International # ANALYSIS - Iran's Hormuz leverage wanes as US economic squeeze bites | Awani International Author: Reuters 12/09/2026 | 09:30 MYT Published: 2026-09-12T00:00:00 Source: international.astroawani.com (international.astroawani.com) Language: en ## Story ANALYSIS - Iran's Hormuz leverage wanes as US economic squeeze bites | Awani International # ANALYSIS - Iran's Hormuz leverage wanes… Inside story: GCC-Iran-Iraq to gather in Oman as Trump sours on diplomacy — Amwaj.media # Inside story: GCC-Iran-Iraq to gather in Oman as Trump sours on diplomacy Amwaj.media Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi with his Omani counterpart Badr Albusaidi in Tehran, Iran on Aug. 25, 2026. (Source: badralbusaidi/Twitter/X) Senior officials from Gulf Arab Cooperation Council (GCC) states, Iran and Iraq are set to gather in Oman on Sept. 14—the first such meeting since the… US vice president gathered unfiltered views of Iran war behind closed doors: Report — Anadolu Agency # US vice president gathered unfiltered views of Iran war behind closed doors: Report JD Vance reportedly sought unvarnished assessments of war's objectives, casualties, Iran's actions in Hormuz, and US stockpiles Ilayda Cakirtekin 11 September 2026• Update: 11 September 2026 ISTANBUL US Vice President JD Vance reportedly gathered unvarnished assessments of the Iran war behind the scenes… Daily TopFive for Iran War Daily. Links above go to the original articles. Follow and rate Iran War Daily on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Feedback? Email iran-war-daily@lanternpodcasts.com.
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#99
September 11 · 9 min
Tanker War Widens as Hormuz Talks Take Shape — September 11, 2026
Iran war tanker strikes triggered Iranian retaliation toward a U.S. base in Jordan, while Gulf states prepare Hormuz talks in Oman and Washington shows fewer signs of pursuing a nuclear deal with Tehran. In this episode Live Updates: Trump says war to end "immediately" after midterms ... — CBS News Live Updates: U.S. military destroys 5 Iranian oil tankers, triggering retaliation against American base in Jordan [ ](#site-header:11) [ ](#x) [ ](https://www.cbsnews.com/) [](#) [ ](https://www.cbsnews.com/live/) [ Watch CBS News ](https://www.cbsnews.com/live/) Live # Live Updates: U.S. military destroys 5 Iranian oil tankers, triggering retaliation against American base in Jordan By Duarte… Iran calls South Korea as Gulf states reportedly prepare Hormuz talks - Türkiye Today — Türkiye Today Iran calls South Korea as Gulf states reportedly prepare Hormuz talks - Türkiye Today # Iran calls South Korea as Gulf states reportedly prepare Hormuz talks People ride in a boat near vessels in the Gulf waters off the coast of Iran's southern port city of Bandar Abbas on September 7, 2026. (AFP Photo) By Newsroom September 11, 2026 08:41 AM GMT+03:00 I ranian Foreign Minister Abbas… Iran's Battle Claims Just Got Hit with a Flat Denial: No Warship Was Struck, and Every IRGC Attempt Failed, CENTCOM Say - National Security Journal — National Security Journal Iran's Battle Claims Just Got Hit with a Flat Denial: No Warship Was Struck, and Every IRGC Attempt Failed, CENTCOM Say - National Security Journal # Iran’s Battle Claims Just Got Hit with a Flat Denial: No Warship Was Struck, and Every IRGC Attempt Failed, CENTCOM Say Iran claims it struck two US vessels and eight tankers near Hormuz — Washington flatly denies any warship was hit, and Rubio… Why the US appears to have given up on nuclear deal with Iran - CSMonitor.com — The Christian Science Monitor # Why the US appears to have given up on nuclear deal with Iran - CSMonitor.com Author: The Christian Science Monitor Published: 2026-09-10T14:33:19-04:00 Source: csmonitor.com (csmonitor.com) Language: en ## Story Why the US appears to have given up on nuclear deal with Iran - CSMonitor.com # Why the US appears to have given up on nuclear deal with Iran Speaker of the House Mike Johnson… Step Back — With Washington easing sanctions to let Iran sell oil while peace talks continue, what exactly is being traded—and how can we tell whether this is temporary negotiating leverage or a lasting shift in Iran’s incentives? Background sources U.S. issues sweeping Iran oil sanctions waivers, unlocking billions in ... — Anniek Bao With US sanctions temporarily lifted, is Iranian crude back on the ... — srothbardt OFAC Rescinds Iranian Sanctions Relaxation Following Renewed Conflict | Foley & Lardner — eaheinrich@foley.com Why Is Iran Signing The US Deal? Hormuz And Sanctions — Güney Yıldız Daily TopFive for Iran War Daily. Links above go to the original articles. Follow and rate Iran War Daily on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Feedback? Email iran-war-daily@lanternpodcasts.com.
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#98
September 10 · 7 min
Iran Nuclear File Hits UN as War Pressures Spread — September 10, 2026
IAEA referred Iran to the UN Security Council for nuclear non-compliance, escalating the access crisis even as Reuters details a China sanctions workaround and Trump ties the war’s end to U.S. midterms while Yemen fighting widens. In this episode IAEA board refers Iran to UN Security Council for nuclear 'non ... — The Times of Israel IAEA board refers Iran to UN Security Council for nuclear 'non-compliance,' a first in 2 decades | The Times of Israel ## Resolution backed by Western nations calls on Tehran to assure UN watchdog about ‘the non-diversion of nuclear material,’ though its allies China and Russia are expected to veto measure By Agencies and ToI Staff Today, 3:06 am A national flag of Iran waves in front of the… EXCLUSIVE: How a billion-dollar sanctions dodge kept Chinese goods flowing to Iran | Reuters — Reuters EXCLUSIVE: How a billion-dollar sanctions dodge kept Chinese goods flowing to Iran | Reuters # How a billion-dollar sanctions dodge kept Chinese goods flowing to Iran By John Irish, Parisa Hafezi and Joe Cash September 10, 2026 6:05 AM UTC Updated ago Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian and Chinese President Xi Jinping shake hands as they meet in Beijing, China, September 2, 2025. Iran's… Iran war won't end until after crucial November elections, says Trump — BBC News Trump also said further negotiations with Iran could possibly happen, "but it's not something we're looking at". The US president initially predicted the war, which is now in its seventh month, would last only a matter of weeks. The conflict, and its knock-on effects on everything from fuel to groceries, has led to a steep decline in his approval ratings - and pressure from those within his… Fighting escalates in Yemen; Houthi attacks trigger alerts in Saudi Arabia — Al Jazeera Fighting has escalated across Yemen, with the country’s internationally recognised government claiming the Houthis killed three children in an artillery attack, while Saudi Arabia accused the Iran-backed group of continuing to target the kingdom’s infrastructure. The claims came as warnings of impending attacks sounded in several Saudi provinces early on Thursday, with the Houthis promising to… Daily TopFive for Iran War Daily. Links above go to the original articles. Follow and rate Iran War Daily on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Feedback? Email iran-war-daily@lanternpodcasts.com.
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September 9 · 7 min
Hormuz Passage Talks as Iran’s Medicine Shortage Deepens — September 09, 2026
Strait of Hormuz talks between Iran and Oman are nearing a temporary safe-passage route as CENTCOM says 94 vessels have been redirected under the blockade. The diplomatic push lands as sanctions and shipping pressure deepen Iran’s medicine squeeze. In this episode Iran says talks with Oman on Hormuz Strait reach final stage - CGTN — CGTN Iran says talks with Oman on Hormuz Strait reach final stage - CGTN # Iran says talks with Oman on Hormuz Strait reach final stage World 10:18, 08-Sep-2026 CGTN Vessels transit the Hormuz Strait off the coast of Iran's southern port city of Bandar Abbas, September 7, 2026. /VCG Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman Esmaeil Baghaei said on Monday that Iran-Oman negotiations on the… US redirects 94 vessels since resuming naval blockade of Iran - World - TASS — TASS US redirects 94 vessels since resuming naval blockade of Iran - World - TASS # US redirects 94 vessels since resuming naval blockade of Iran CENTCOM forces also disabled three and boarded two ships NEW YORK, September 8. /TASS/. US forces have redirected 94 vessels since the resumption of the naval blockade of Iranian ports, the US Central Command (CENTCOM) reported. "As of Sept. 7, CENTCOM… Medicine shortages grow in Iran as US tightens sanctions, blockade — Al Jazeera Tehran, Iran – Farah, a 59-year-old resident of Iran’s capital Tehran, used to fill her autoimmune prescription with a Swiss-made drug. Now she takes the Iranian-made version and worries that, too, may soon be in short supply. “I switched to the Iranian-made version because of the price and availability,” she told Al Jazeera, giving only her first name. “You might not find the foreign-made… Qatar says sanctions cannot resolve Iran conflict, crisis must be phased out | Iran International — Iran International Qatar says sanctions cannot resolve Iran conflict, crisis must be phased out | Iran International # Qatar says sanctions cannot resolve Iran conflict, crisis must be phased out Sep 7, 2026, 18:49 GMT+1 Qatar is working to “phase” the regional crisis out rather than seek an end, Foreign Ministry spokesman Majed Al-Ansari told CNN, saying Doha wants conditions for a sustainable settlement rather… Daily TopFive for Iran War Daily. Links above go to the original articles. Follow and rate Iran War Daily on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Feedback? Email iran-war-daily@lanternpodcasts.com.
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September 8 · 8 min
Iran Readies Gulf Zone as War Costs Bite at Home — September 08, 2026
Iran war tensions are shifting back to the Strait of Hormuz: Tehran is preparing a restricted Gulf zone after U.S.-Iran tanker strikes, while Iran raises petrol prices and Washington signals a nuclear deal may not come soon. In this episode Iran says to announce new restricted zone in the Gulf in the coming days - AL-MONITOR: The Middle Eastʼs leading independent news source since 2012 — AL-MONITOR Iran says to announce new restricted zone in the Gulf in the coming days - AL-MONITOR: The Middle Eastʼs leading independent news source since 2012 # Iran says to announce new restricted zone in the Gulf in the coming days By Yasmine Ghania and Hatem Maher Sep 7, 2026 Vessels at the Strait of Hormuz, as seen from Musandam, Oman, September 6, 2026. REUTERS/Stringer — Stringer (Fixes… Iran-US war latest: Tehran retaliates after US strikes three Iranian oil tankers as conflict intensifies | The Independent — The Independent Iran-US war latest: Tehran retaliates after US strikes three Iranian oil tankers as conflict intensifies | The Independent # Iran-US war latest: Tehran retaliates after US strikes three Iranian oil tankers as conflict intensifies The latest exchange of attacks followed an escalation in the past week which threatens to deepen the conflict Dan Haygarth Sunday 06 September 2026 09:30… US Denies that Iran Struck an Uncrewed US Military Ship in the Strait of Hormuz — Military.com US Denies that Iran Struck an Uncrewed US Military Ship in the Strait of Hormuz Military Daily News Published Sep 7, 2026, 6:47 AM EDT # US Denies that Iran Struck an Uncrewed US Military Ship in the Strait of Hormuz Capt. Tim Hawkins, spokesperson for the U.S. Central Command, called the report "a total lie." Published Sep 7, 2026, 6:47 AM EDT Credit: AP Photo/Vahid Salemi A motorboat… As fuel prices rise again, Iran’s government urges citizens to cut back — Al Jazeera As fuel prices rise again, Iran’s government urges citizens to cut back New fuel pricing targets consumption above 110 litres monthly, doubling costs to 100,000 riyals per litre. Published On 8 Sep 2026 8 Sep 2026 Iran has raised petrol prices for motorists again as the government struggles to manage declining revenues and sustain a costly subsidy regime. The price of petrol will remain the same… Energy Secretary says 'there may not be' a nuclear agreement with Iran - ABC News — ABC News Energy Secretary says 'there may not be' a nuclear agreement with Iran - ABC News # Energy Secretary says 'there may not be' a nuclear agreement with Iran President Trump said last week he "could not care less" if Iran struck a deal. By Nicholas Kerr September 6, 2026, 10:58 AM Energy Secretary Chris Wright appears on ABC News' "This Week Energy Secretary Chris Wright said Sunday that a… Daily TopFive for Iran War Daily. Links above go to the original articles. Follow and rate Iran War Daily on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Feedback? Email iran-war-daily@lanternpodcasts.com.
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September 7 · 6 min
Lebanon Strikes Kill 11 as Iran Blockade Tightens — September 07, 2026
Iran war spillover sharpened as BBC reports Israeli strikes killed 11 in southern Lebanon, while U.S. forces say the Hormuz blockade has redirected 92 ships and Tehran warns future attacks will bring a faster, heavier response. In this episode Israeli strikes in southern Lebanese village kill 11, state media say — BBC News Israeli air strikes on a village in southern Lebanon have killed at least 11 people, including two children, Lebanese state media say. Nine people were killed in one strike that destroyed a three-storey residential building in Kfar Rumman shortly after midnight, while two paramedics were killed in a second strike on a car, according to the National News Agency. The Israeli military said it was… Iran to tackle economic issues created by U.S. sanctions, says further attacks will be ‘more painful’ - The Globe and Mail — The Globe and Mail Iran to tackle economic issues created by U.S. sanctions, says further attacks will be ‘more painful’ - The Globe and Mail # Iran to tackle economic issues created by U.S. sanctions, says further attacks will be ‘more painful’ Reuters Published 31 minutes ago Open this photo in gallery: A woman pushes a girl on a swing on a beach along the Strait of Hormuz in Kuhestak, Iran, Sept. 4. Vahid… Iran Rejects U.S. Call for New Nuclear Inspection Commitments as Sanctions Relief Rolls Out — RTW News Iran Rejects U.S. Call for New Nuclear Inspection Commitments as Sanctions Relief Rolls Out # Iran Rejects U.S. Call for New Nuclear Inspection Commitments as Sanctions Relief Rolls Out Mon Sep 07 2026 03:26:43 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time) Read Full Story at bbc.co.uk After Vice‑President JD Vance’s pledge to welcome inspectors, Tehran insists it has made no new commitments. The U.S.… US forces redirected 92 commercial vessels during Iran blockade: Centcom | Middle East Eye — Middle East Eye US redirects 92 ships in Iran maritime blockade — Ajel English # US military redirects 92 ships as part of Iran maritime blockade US Central Command says its forces redirected 92 commercial vessels and boarded two ships to enforce the maritime blockade on Iran. Ajel News 34 min ago · 1 min read X f AI US Central Command (CENTCOM) announced today that its forces have redirected 92 commercial… Daily TopFive for Iran War Daily. Links above go to the original articles. Follow and rate Iran War Daily on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Feedback? Email iran-war-daily@lanternpodcasts.com.
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September 4 · 6 min
Sanctions Bite Iran as Diesel Hits a Record — September 04, 2026
Iran sanctions pressure is starting to bite, Reuters reports, as blockade tactics choke oil revenue and foreign-currency channels; the fallout is also showing up in record U.S. diesel prices, southern Lebanon demolitions, and a new displacement wave in Yemen. In this episode US pressure on Iran starting to tell, as sanctions and blockade bite | MWC Sandbox/Syndication — Reuters US pressure on Iran starting to tell, as sanctions and blockade bite | MWC Sandbox/Syndication × # US pressure on Iran starting to tell, as sanctions and blockade bite By Thomson Reuters Sep 3, 2026 | 10:01 AM (Widens distribution) By Parisa Hafezi and Angus McDowall DUBAI, Sept 3 (Reuters) – A U.S. campaign to throttle Iran’s economy by blockading its oil exports and stopping sanctions… Diesel price surges to all-time high, fueled by wars — Axios The average price of diesel topped its 2022 record high on Friday , spiking to $5.85 per gallon, per AAA . Why it matters: Farmers, truckers and freight companies have been absorbing higher diesel costs since the Iran war began. The ballooning price threatens to further raise shipping costs while compounding a growing political problem for President Trump . It can also indirectly affect… In southern Lebanon, Israeli demolitions continue ‘day and night’ | Israel attacks Lebanon News | Al Jazeera — Al Jazeera In southern Lebanon, Israeli demolitions continue ‘day and night’ | Israel attacks Lebanon News | Al Jazeera # In southern Lebanon, Israeli demolitions continue ‘day and night’ Explosions shake the ground in Froun as Israeli operations persist, disrupting daily life in southern Lebanon. A Lebanese man walks on the rubble of a mosque that was destroyed in an Israeli attack in Froun village in… Houthi attacks on Yemen’s Taiz escalate, triggering new displacement wave — Al Jazeera Taiz, Yemen – Abdullah Saeed, 47, fled his home in the Maqbanah district west of Taiz in 2022, leaving everything behind and settling in al-Rahabah camp in the Jabal Habashi area 90km (55 miles) south. While he and around 300 other families in the camp have since struggled to meet their basic needs, they at least enjoyed a peaceful life far from the frontlines. Recommended Stories list of 3 items… Daily TopFive for Iran War Daily. Links above go to the original articles. Follow and rate Iran War Daily on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Feedback? Email iran-war-daily@lanternpodcasts.com.
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September 3 · 5 min
Wedding strike fallout and nuclear-access alarms in Iran war — September 03, 2026
Iran war escalation now includes a Red Crescent push for an ICC probe after a U.S. strike hit a wedding party, while the IAEA warns blocked nuclear-site access is becoming a proliferation concern. In this episode Iran war live: 105 children and women wounded in latest ... — Al Jazeera [Live](/video/live) [Live](/video/live) **Live updates**Live updates, # Iran war live: Trump says renewed US-Iran clashes will not last ‘too long’ *US President Donald Trump believes that the renewed fighting with Iran will not last “too long” as Iran health minister says that the death toll from US attacks rose to 19, including two children.* live ![Rubble lies around damaged houses… Iran Red Crescent urges ICC probe into deadly US strike on wedding party — Al Jazeera The Iranian Red Crescent Society has asked the International Criminal Court (ICC) to investigate a missile attack by the United States that hit a wedding party in the southern town of Kuhestak, killing at least four people and wounding dozens. In a letter to the court on Wednesday, the humanitarian group said the attack warrants “an independent, impartial, thorough, and effective investigation”… IAEA calls for access to Iran nuclear sites over proliferation concerns — Al Jazeera [Live](/video/live) [Live](/video/live) [News](/news/)|[Nuclear Energy](/tag/nuclear-energy/) # Urgent need for access to Iranian sites, cautions UN nuclear watchdog *The IAEA said lack of information and access to facilities to verify Iran’s nuclear material is a proliferation concern.* Save Share ![International Atomic Energy Agency Director General Rafael Grossi speaks during a news… Daily TopFive for Iran War Daily. Links above go to the original articles. Follow and rate Iran War Daily on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Feedback? Email iran-war-daily@lanternpodcasts.com.
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September 2 · 5 min
Iran War Squeezes Tehran Toward Talks — September 02, 2026
Iran sanctions pressure and Pakistan talks are converging: Scott Bessent is readying bank penalties while Witkoff and Kushner head to Islamabad, with Tehran signaling conditional diplomacy after new fire and tanker attacks. In this episode Iran defiant as Bessent says US likely to announce bank sanctions this week - World - Aaj English TV — Aaj English TV Iran defiant as Bessent says US likely to announce bank sanctions this week - World - Aaj English TV # Iran defiant as Bessent says US likely to announce bank sanctions this week https://english.aaj.tv/news/330470420/iran-defiant-as-bessent-says-us-likely-to-announce-bank-sanctions-this-week Published 01 Sep, 2026 09:28pm 4 min read Published 01 Sep, 2026 09:28pm 4 min read ## Muneeba, Sadia… Trump's envoys Witkoff and Kushner to fly to Pakistan for Iran talks — BBC News # Trump's envoys Witkoff and Kushner to fly to Pakistan for Iran talks ![](https://static.files.bbci.co.uk/bbcdotcom/web/20260821-111954-d28c495a96-web-3.19.0-2/grey-placeholder.png) ![Reuters (From left to right): Jared Kushner, US President Donald Trump's son-in-law, and US special envoy Steve Witkoff. Photo: 12 April… Iran ready for peace talks if US honours commitments, Pezeshkian claims | The National — The National Pezeshkian leaves door open to US talks as Iran economy reels | The National - My Profile - Saved articles - Newsletters - Sign out Register Sign in Register Summarise Play in English Play in Arabic Listen to article Save article Share article Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian, left, meets Russia's President Vladimir Putin during a meeting at the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation… Daily TopFive for Iran War Daily. Links above go to the original articles. Follow and rate Iran War Daily on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Feedback? Email iran-war-daily@lanternpodcasts.com.
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September 1 · 5 min
Hormuz Tankers Hit as Trump Threatens New Iran Strikes — September 01, 2026
Strait of Hormuz tankers were hit as Trump threatened more strikes on Iran, while Washington’s sanctions push and war-driven energy costs widened the pressure from Gulf shipping lanes to household bills. In this episode Trump vows to hit Iran hard after U.S., Tehran exchange ... — CBS News U.S.-Iran War Latest: Tankers hit in Strait of Hormuz as Trump mulls more strikes in "relatively little war" ## What to know about the Iran war today: - Two oil tankers, one Saudi and one South Korean-owned, were hit by projectiles Monday night as the U.S. and Iran return to hostilities in a 6-month war that appears to be locked in a stalemate, with neither side willing to concede any control… Iran could face economic collapse in months, US Treasury’s Bessent warns | Banks News | Al Jazeera — Al Jazeera Iran economy could collapse within months, US Treasury’s Bessent warns | Banks News | Al Jazeera Listen (4 mins) Save Share Add Al Jazeera on Google United States Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent speaks at a meeting of finance ministers and central bank governors from Group of 20 (G20) countries, on August 31 in Asheville, North Carolina, the US [Sam Wolfe/Reuters] United States Treasury… Britons face ‘risk premium’ for energy as US-Israel war on Iran intensifies — Al Jazeera London, United Kingdom – Andrew, a 70-year-old retiree from the eastern English city of Norwich, had enrolled months ago in a fixed-rate energy plan for 18 months, learning from earlier price shocks caused by wars. “I guess I saw this coming,” he told Al Jazeera. Recommended Stories list of 4 items end of list Days ago, Ofgem, the energy regulator for England, Scotland and Wales, announced a 4… Daily TopFive for Iran War Daily. Links above go to the original articles. Follow and rate Iran War Daily on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Feedback? Email iran-war-daily@lanternpodcasts.com.
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